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Shifting Gears To Make Bike-Sharing More Accessible

12.12.13 at 6:30am by Joel Rose

Bike-sharing is supposed to make commuting easier, greener and cheaper. But the people who arguably need these bikes the most are often the least likely to access them.

Newtown Parents Seek A Clearer Window Into Violent Behavior

12.12.13 at 6:30am by Tovia Smith

When Jeremy Richman and Jennifer Hensel lost their daughter in the Connecticut shooting, they couldn't understand why someone would do such a thing. In seeking an answer, they're funding research into the forces that increase a person's risk of aggression — and have also found a path to healing.

Amid Cuts And Tax Hikes, Tech Companies Get Love in Ireland

12.12.13 at 6:30am by Laura Sydell

Ireland has made a concerted effort to grow its tech industry, through tax incentives and development programs. Officials credit the initiative with helping uplift the country's economy. But the country has also faces local and international criticism for its approach.

Scandal May Bring New Oversight To LA County Sheriff's Department

12.12.13 at 6:30am by Kirk Siegler

The Los Angeles County supervisor wants to create an independent commission to oversee the department following charges of inmate abuse and racial profiling.

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